aye

[aɪ]

aye Definition

• 1. an affirmative vote or response, especially in a formal setting such as a legislature or court
• 2. used to express agreement or assent

Using aye: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aye" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The motion was passed with an overwhelming aye.

• Example

  Aye, captain! I will follow your orders.

• Example

  Do you agree with the proposal? Aye, I do.

aye Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aye

• yes
• yeah
• affirmative
• agreed

Antonyms for aye

• nay
• no
• negative

Phrases with aye

• say aye

  to vote in favor of something

  Example

  All those in favor say aye.

• aye-aye

  a phrase used to acknowledge an order or command, especially in a military context

  Example

  Aye-aye, sir! I will carry out your orders.

• aye for an eye

  the idea that punishment should be proportional to the offense committed

  Example

  Some people believe in the principle of aye for an eye, while others advocate for forgiveness and rehabilitation.

Origins of aye

from Middle English 'yea', meaning 'yes'

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Summary: aye in Brief

'Aye' [aɪ] is an affirmative vote or response, especially in formal settings like legislatures or courts. It can also be used to express agreement or assent. Phrases like 'say aye' and 'aye-aye' use 'aye' to denote voting or acknowledging orders, respectively. 'Aye for an eye' refers to the idea that punishment should be proportional to the offense committed.